65C-46.023. Standards for Traditional and Residential Homes

(1) The child-caring agency licensed as a traditional group home, as defined in Rule 65C-46.001, F.A.C., or residential group home, as defined in Rule 65C-46.001, F.A.C., and serving non-dependency youth must meet licensing requirements set forth in Rules 65C-46.001 through 65C-46.014, F.A.C. (2) Children and youth placed in out-of-home care must have a Comprehensive Placement Assessment that recommends placement in a group care setting/program that has been identified but is unavailable at the time of placement. (3) Requirements for Serving Youth Entering Out-of-Home Care. (a) Transition planning shall be initiated 48 hours after placement. (b) The child-caring agency shall collaborate with the child welfare professional to provide and/or assist with the following services: 1. Coordination of assessments including, but not limited to, suitability assessments, Early and Periodic Screening Diagnostic and Treatment (EPSDT), or assessments of preliminary mental and/or behavioral health needs. 2. Coordinate referrals to and arrangements for continued services in a least restrictive setting. 3. Assess family connections/relationships to assist with family finding efforts.